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WORLD2d agoFour dead in shooting during commemoration in South AfricaBij de herdenking van een overleden lokale politicus in de Zuid-Afrikaanse stad Johannesburg heeft een man gisteravond het vuur geopend. Vier mensen kwamen om het leven, onder wie ten minste één kind. Drie andere aanwezigen raakten gewond. De verdachte heeft zichzelf aangegeven, en zit nu vast. Lokale media zeggen dat meerdere slachtoffers lid zijn van de jongerenafdeling van de ANC-partij. Die is op dit moment de grootste politieke partij in het Zuid-Afrikaanse parlement. De herdenking van gisteravond werd georganiseerd voor een overleden vrouwelijke politicus van diezelfde ANC-partij. Zij weNOS Buitenland
WORLD3d agoUBEC: $552m World Bank grant targets 29m Nigerian children, 500,000 teachersThe Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, has unveiled an ambitious plan to reach 29 million Nigerian children with improved basic education under a $552.18 million World Bank-supported programme, warning state governments that failure to provide the required funding could jeopardise its implementation. The post UBEC: $552m World Bank grant targets 29m Nigerian children, 500,000 teachers appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoMauritius reels from worst riots in decades after woman shot by policeBBC World
WORLD3d agoCentre showcasing black and African culture opens in LondonIn addition to film screenings, the venue will host masterclasses, industry panels, and live performances by established and emerging talent.Africanews [en]
WORLD3d agoHunger changed my mind — Timini Egbuson on embracing YouTube moviesNollywood actor Timini Egbuson has reflected on his changing perception of YouTube movies, joking that he might have struggled financially had he continued to look down on productions made for the video-sharing platform. The post Hunger changed my mind — Timini Egbuson on embracing YouTube movies appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoF1, Rwanda announce creation of African Grand PrixRwanda will host Africa's first Formula One Grand Prix since 1993 in "the early 2030s" after the circuit announced a decade-long deal with the country on Tuesday. The East African nation has been chasing a Grand Prix race for years, having already used football, basketball and other sports to enhance its image and attract investment. Human rights campaigners Amnesty International ⁠accused Formula One ​of offering Rwanda a "sportswashing prize".France 24 [en]
WORLD3d agoZenith Bank deepens commitment to girl-child development, empowers 300 school girlsThe initiative, a brainchild of the Bank’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr Adaora Umeoji, reflects Zenith Bank’s commitment to nurturing the potential of young girls and helping them make informed choices about their futures. The post Zenith Bank deepens commitment to girl-child development, empowers 300 school girls appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD3d agoHuman trafficking: NAPTIP, ICMPD, ECOWAS move to tighten airport surveillanceThe National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) have called for stronger collaboration among aviation stakeholders to prevent human trafficking through Nigerian airports. The post Human trafficking: NAPTIP, ICMPD, ECOWAS move to tighten airport surveillance appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoPeller announces planned livestream with Nobel Laureate Wole SoyinkaPopular Nigerian streamer and content creator, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has announced plans to host Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka on his livestream, promising viewers a session filled with “proper English” and “grammar.” The post Peller announces planned livestream with Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoGbenga Adeyinka to end Laffmattazz tour in LagosThe grand finale will feature comedy, music, culture and fashion, with FirstBank as the lead sponsor. The post Gbenga Adeyinka to end Laffmattazz tour in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD3d agoPlateau police arrest suspects, recover locally made gunsThe Commissioner of Police, Ayodeji Faniyan, disclosed this on Tuesday at the Inspector-General of Police's conference in Abuja The post Plateau police arrest suspects, recover locally made guns appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD3d agoBauchi records 70 human trafficking cases, three convictions – NAPTIPNAPTIP also rescued 25 Bauchi indigenes who were trafficked to North Africa, according to the state coordinator, Aliyun Kalli The post Bauchi records 70 human trafficking cases, three convictions – NAPTIP appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD3d agoNigerian man, Adebayo arrested in Canada after exposing self to three victimsA Nigerian man has been arrested in Canada after allegedly exposing himself to three victims in separate incidents aboard Toronto's public transit system. The post Nigerian man, Adebayo arrested in Canada after exposing self to three victims appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoNigeria 5-0 Comoros: Five big takeaways as Super Falcons prepare for big Morocco testBeyond the scoreline, the performance offered interim coach Augustine Eguavoen encouraging signs of a team beginning to rediscover its defensive solidity while exploring fresh possibilities in attack The post Nigeria 5-0 Comoros: Five big takeaways as Super Falcons prepare for big Morocco test appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD3d agoTanzania, Kenya, Uganda plan joint visa for AFCON 2027 fansThe 36th edition of AFCON will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda from 19 June to 17 July, 2027, marking the first time the tournament will take place across three countries. The post Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda plan joint visa for AFCON 2027 fans appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD3d agoNigeria ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‍‍​‌‍​‌‌​condemns attacks on fellow Africans, demands action against xenophobiaThe Federal Government expressed its concern during the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of a new political declaration against racism and racial discrimination. The post Nigeria ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‍‍​‌‍​‌‌​condemns attacks on fellow Africans, demands action against xenophobia appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoNigerians warned against relocating to Indonesia without business plansNigerians seeking greener pastures in Indonesia have been advised to invest in their home country rather than relocate without viable business plans, as employment opportunities for foreigners are limited and setting up businesses requires substantial capital. The Charge d’Affaires ad interim of the Nigerian Embassy in Jakarta, Eze Nduka, gave the advice while speaking to […] The post Nigerians warned against relocating to Indonesia without business plans appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoCourt Jails Man Six Months For Forcefully Evicting Wife, Destroying HouseThe couple, who married in 2009 and share five children, had been experiencing marital conflicts for several years, ultimately culminating in the forced eviction. The post Court Jails Man Six Months For Forcefully Evicting Wife, Destroying House appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WORLD3d agoGlobal deforestation fell in 2025, but Congo Basin losses surgedDeforestation slowed worldwide last year, but the improvement is unlikely to last as the situation deteriorates in Central Africa and an exceptionally strong El Nino weather pattern intensifies, a new study said on Wednesday. Seven million hectares of forest – roughly the size of the Republic of Ireland – were permanently destroyed in 2025, a 15 per cent drop from the previous year, according to the annual Forest Declaration Assessment. The slowdown, however, is not enough to keep the world from...South China Morning Post
WORLD3d agoSuspected vehicle thief arrested in Ondo after fleeing Port HarcourtBy Dayo Johnson, Akure A suspected vehicle thief, Bamidele Rowell Lodi, has been arrested in Ondo State after allegedly fleeing Port Harcourt, Rivers State, with his employer’s car. The suspect, said to have worked as a security guard in Port Harcourt, was arrested following a complaint that a motorist purchased fuel worth ₦100,000 at a […] The post Suspected vehicle thief arrested in Ondo after fleeing Port Harcourt appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoBuild Public confidence through professionalism, AIG tells policeBy Muhammad Inuwa, Dutse The Commandant of the Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil, Kano State, AIG Auwal Musa Muhammad, has urged police officers in Jigawa State to build public trust and confidence through professionalism, discipline and respect for citizens’ fundamental rights. Muhammad made the call while addressing officers and men of the Jigawa State Police […] The post Build Public confidence through professionalism, AIG tells police appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoIdoma Hall of Fame to preserve history, inspire leaders — MorganBy Chioma Okoye Former Chief of Defence Intelligence, Air Vice Marshal Monday Morgan (retd.), has said the Idoma Hall of Fame will preserve the history and achievements of distinguished Idoma sons and daughters while inspiring younger generations to pursue excellence and contribute to society. Morgan stated this while highlighting the significance of the initiative, describing […] The post Idoma Hall of Fame to preserve history, inspire leaders — Morgan appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoU.S. Mission honours Olu Jacobs, seven other Nigerian creativesBy Ayo Onikoyi The United States Mission in Nigeria has honoured veteran actor Olu Jacobs and seven other Nigerian creative industry leaders for their contributions to strengthening professional and commercial ties between Hollywood and Nollywood. The recognition took place at an event organised by the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos under the theme, “Reel Connections […] The post U.S. Mission honours Olu Jacobs, seven other Nigerian creatives appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD3d agoAfrilition: Mental models, By Adéwálé ÀjàdíThe foundation of all systems is the mental model, and the work ahead of Africa that Afrilition raises will transform our future. Unfortunately, we in the African world function within the current global system in reaction to it and with wider acceptance of its current mental model. Based on history and cemented into our formal […] The post Afrilition: Mental models, By Adéwálé Àjàdí appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times